Specimen Requirements

Specimen Type: Throat
Container/Tube: Swab
Specimen Volume: Swab in Container

Collection Instructions: 

1. Label specimen with patient’s full name, date of birth,

    date & time of collection, and person collecting.

2. Depress the tongue with a tongue depressor. Sample the

    posterior pharynx, tonsils, and inflamed areas with a sterile swab.

3. Transport specimen at room temperature.